mong5惘
Jyutpingmong5
Yalemóhng
Definition
Disappointed, dejected, or lost.
colloquialemotion
How it's used
While often used to describe a state of dejection or being lost in thought, this term carries a slightly literary or dramatic nuance compared to more common colloquial words like 唔開心 or 失望. It frequently implies a sense of being dazed or aimless due to a setback, rather than just feeling sad.
Examples
Seeing his grades were so bad, he looked very dejected.
Related words
Common phrases
looking dejected and lost
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with 茫然, which specifically refers to a state of confusion or being blank, whereas 惘 carries a stronger emotional weight of disappointment or loss.
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
